by Fr. John O'Connor OFM | Nov 30, 2021 | From the Pastor, Weekly-Email
The news of these last few days has unfortunately, reminded us that COVID is still very much a part of our lives. As of this week, COVID cases are up by 30% in our area. The diocese has not made mask wearing mandatory, but in light of this recent news it would seem...
by Fr. George Corrigan OFM | Nov 30, 2021 | Friar Reflection
Today is the Feast of St. Andrew the Apostle. St. Andrew is the patron saint of several countries, notably Scotland and Russia – as well as patron of many other activities, including the Russian Navy. The brother of Simon Peter, he was called as an apostle and...
by Fr. George Corrigan OFM | Nov 29, 2021 | Friar Reflection
In our modern times there is perhaps no “parade of nations” more famous than the ceremony that begins the modern Olympic Games. All the nations of the world, national flags at the fore, people dressed for the occasion, with a destination in mind. A reminder of what...
by Fr. Lalo Jara OFM | Nov 26, 2021 | Friar Reflection
Jesus inaugurated the Kingdom of God two thousand years ago, but it is still maturing, and it has not yet reached its fullness. He has entrusted this to us, to his Church which is always animated by the Spirit. As the tree has internal sap, and receives its...
by Fr. John O'Connor OFM | Nov 25, 2021 | Friar Reflection
So, what is Thanksgiving? It is a time for rediscovering the meaning of giving thanks. To rediscover the gifts, the good things that we have been given, and not take them for granted. We live in a society that in which we have so many material things, that we can...
